The Bombay High Court has taken serious note of the deteriorating civic and environmental conditions in Lonavala and Khandala, the popular twin hill stations near Mumbai. In response to a public interest litigation (PIL), the court has issued strong directives to local authorities for immediate corrective measures.Cracked and neglected roads posing hazards to tourists and locals alikeWhat the Court FoundUnmanaged garbage piles across public areas.Severe environmental degradation, affecting the region’s natural beauty and wildlife The Lonavala Municipal Council and other local bodies have been directed to submit an action plan for complete civic management reform.The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) must monitor waste disposal practices and enforce eco-protection norms.Officials have been instructed to coordinate with environmental experts to ensure that tourism does not come at the cost of ecological damage.The court warned of personal liability for officials who fail to act.Lonavala and Khandala attract thousands of tourists every weekend, especially during monsoons. But over the years, infrastructure has failed to keep pace with the growing tourist inflow, leading to civic chaos and environmental harm.
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